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w/c 6th October: Clouded Outlook
GBP
The British Pound continues to struggle as concerns grow over the UK’s economic and fiscal outlook. High inflation, rising public debt, and increased government spending have created uncertainty around future policy direction. With the government preparing for a challenging autumn budget and markets expecting potential tax hikes, investors remain cautious. Moreover, the Bank of England’s signals toward further rate cuts add to the pound’s vulnerability going forward.
EUR
The Euro remains relatively stable, supported by firm inflation data and expectations that the ECB will maintain its current interest rate stance. Recent figures show that services inflation is picking up, reinforcing the ECB’s cautious optimism. However, geopolitical tensions, particularly involving Russia, and weak export numbers continue to weigh on investor sentiment. Despite these challenges, the eurozone’s more disciplined monetary approach has helped the Euro avoid the sharper losses seen in other currencies.
USD
The U.S. Dollar has held up despite the ongoing government shutdown, which has delayed key economic data releases. While some private reports suggest weakening in the labour market, investor sentiment remains supported by expectations that the Federal Reserve will eventually lower interest rates. Ultimately, the lack of clear data has kept market activity subdued, but the Dollar benefits from its role as a global safe haven, especially in times of political and economic uncertainty.
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